I made one about doing odd jobs and childcare fits the bill (though I haven't done babysitting since high school) as long as it's not 9-5 everyday which might be what she wants...there are probably more qualified people for a regular gig like that.

How long before you know if you got it, Jewbacca?

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I have no idea. The interviewing/offer/hiring/transferring process is lengthy. Administration wants the distro center to be up and running 90 days from labor day. That may or may not happen. I'll take it as a good sign if I get an interview. So far, I have heard nothing, but I just sent them my materials.

I just received an E-mail from HR...I'm on to the next phase and need to answer a few questions. Good sign? Who knows.

Ick. I hate talking about this--IF something happens, I will likely be moving to PDX with kids and no Mr. J. I've been doing some research on child care, rent, and food assistance because I'm pretty sure I'll qualify. Does anyone know how that works if someone is moving from one state to the other?

As for everything else, I hope things work themselves out, or at least make it a little easier on you. I can't speak on assistance or childcare, but I will gladly help you out if I can, moving or getting around wise.

I agree with Jess! And I would say try to do a 6 month lease or month to month so you can look around for a better fit once you're here. I don't know the Gresham area at all, but I've had a few friends live out there and I know that house rentals are significantly less than in Portland.

Another option that might work is for me to find a place just for me to rent. I'd even be happy sharing an apartment or renting a room in a boarding house. Vin has mentioned that it might be more practical to keep the kids and wait until the house sells than for me to take the kids. I don't know. I'm open to possibilities.